Elemental Magic I
Elemental Magic I will cover basic techniques for directing elemental energy towards a goal.
Your first step in any ritual involving elements is to decide which element you need to work with. Consider your goal and then choose the element most appropriate for reaching that goal:
Earth: Formative, strong
Air: Moving, psychic, communicating
Fire: Transforming, energetic, strong emotions
Water: Soothing, relaxing, deals with feelings and emotions
This is only a summary of the properties of each element. If you think you have found the right element, your next step is to read more about the characteristics of that type of energy. Choose from the following links to learn more about your element and decide if it the correct choice for your working:
So, using this information, let's say you wanted to have a ritual for creating stronger passion between you and your spouse. After reading the above information, you would probably choose fire. Pretty simple!
Next, for your elemental ritual, you will probably choose to have the element physically present in some form so that you can draw energy from it. Here are ways to have the element present:
Earth: Stones
Air: Incense
Fire: Candle
Water: A Bowl of Fresh Water
Having the element physically present is optional, but it will help, especially when you are new to this.
Now to begin your ritual! You should start by becoming one with the element, imagining your entire body and spirit as being made out of the element. You can use a simple affirmation to help yourself achieve this, such as "I am (name of element)". You may hold the element in your hand as you visualize yourself becoming that element. You now have connected with the element, giving you access to a pool of elemental energy.
The final step is to direct the energy towards its goal. You can visualize the energy being released in the direction of the goal while saying an affirmation or chant. For instance, if we use the previous example for increasing passion in a relationship, you could visualize you and your partner being romantic together, and then say in a commanding voice an affirmation such as "The eternal power of fire brings us passion". Inhale, and feel the remainder of the fire energy being released as you slowly exhale.
It is done. Repeat this ritual often, until the goal has been achieved.
Once you are comfortable with all this information and have practiced enough that you are confident with it, you can move on to Elemental Magic II.